Yara Balouk
Student Coordinator, Interdisciplinary Global Mental Health Innovation
Professional Biography
Yara Balouk is a first-generation immigrant from Syria. She grew up in Southern California in a Muslim household. Yara has worked as a case manager in community mental health settings, assisting survivors of domestic violence and sexual/physical assault. She also has experience working as an advocate for students with IEPs and 504-plans, family treatment drug court, and is passionate about holistic healing practices.
Degree(s)
- BA in Environment, Economics and Politics
- BA in Social Behavior
- MAIDP, Class of 2025
